Large Recall NHTSA · 19V272000 Reported April 4, 2019

Windshield wipers may become inoperable

Mazda North American Operations · Visibility · 187,880 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
19V272000
Manufacturer Campaign
3219D
Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
Component
Visibility
Vehicles Affected
187,880
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 4, 2019
Completion Rate
69.99

Defect Summary

Mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2018 mazda3 vehicles. a defective windshield wiper relay may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative, reducing the driver's visibility.

Safety Consequence

Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of crash.

Corrective Action

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front body control module with a new module which uses an improved wiper relay design, free of charge. the recall began may 7, 2019. owners may contact mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. mazda's number for this recall is 3219d.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Mazda North American Operations dealer and reference recall ID 19V272000 or campaign 3219D.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 19V272000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 19V272000?

NHTSA recall 19V272000 was issued by Mazda North American Operations on April 4, 2019. It addresses: Windshield wipers may become inoperable. The recall affects approximately 187,880 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mazda North American Operations dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19V272000 or the manufacturer campaign number 3219D. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.